My early morning walk today took me from a large full moon to the sun! It was still dark enough when I started for the Christmas lights and decorations to show up...
It was dry, but muddy underfoot, especially along the bridleway and footpaths I was on. I walked to West Shepton as the sun was beginning to rise, and the sky turned to many delicate shades of pink and purple that the camera did not pick up!
I have just read an article about barefoot walking, even during the Winter months! It is all about getting in touch with nature and connecting with it in a powerful, but simple way. According to Lynne Allbutt, "When we put our feet in shoes, we block their ability to communicate with the earth."
It does sound inviting but I do think my feet would get too cold, muddy and painful for comfort. There is, of course, barefoot shoes you can buy which can give a similar sensation, which I might investigate for the summer months...
By the time I was nearly home, it was blue skies and sunshine. The sun is magical this time of year as it is low in the sky creating long shadows and a yellow glow...
I have some busy friends so it was out on my own today! When I left Tadley Acres at seven o'clock it was still dark and the moon was shining. I like getting out early before the world is awake. However, the main roads were already busy with traffic...
It was the coldest walk so far this Autumn. I think I will have to get my gloves out soon! But the dark soon gave way to the sunrise...
I wanted some fresh air and exercise so it was a quick trot around the outskirts of Shepton with views of the Charlton Viaduct and by the time I came back to the Church and Market Cross they were bathed in sunshine...
I find all walks interesting. There is always something different to see. Around Shepton there are a great variety of places to walk, from countryside, woodland, urban streets to housing estates, shopping centres, factories etc. There are some great views but the one thing we haven't got is the sea!
However, I rectified that last week on some coastal walks in Cornwall - see below. There is nothing like walking by the sea - the smell, sound and changing landscape. I think most of us love looking at the sea. After all we are an island nation...
